# What Does the Name Dev Mean?

Dev is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. It means “divine”.

**Origin:** Sanskrit

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** DEV

The name Dev comes from Sanskrit roots, where it carries the meaning “divine”. It is pronounced DEV.

Is Dev a boy or girl name? Dev is traditionally used as a boy name.

## More Sanskrit names

- [**Ishaan**the sun](/baby-name-ishaan-meaning/)
- [**Kabir**great](/baby-name-kabir-meaning/)
- [**Krishna**dark, all-attractive](/baby-name-krishna-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Dev?

Dev means “divine”. It is a name of Sanskrit origin.

### What origin is the name Dev?

Dev is of Sanskrit origin.

### Is Dev a boy or girl name?

Dev is traditionally a boy name.